Cabin Fever & O’K and the Night Crew are two bands, with uniqueness reminiscent of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, that took to the stage at Bleachers in Bristol, CT. Both bands often play locally, but hardly get the recognition deserved. Originally attending this show to check out O’K and the Night Crew, I was intrigued with both bands I had never seen them live.

O’K and the Night Crew loosened up the crowd and made a serious impact on the energy in the room. It went from no one on the dance floor to packed within minutes. I had no clue what was in store when I went to check these guys out and found they played nearly 45 minutes of blues and funk. They are a band to keep an eye out for in the future. Sitting with their drummer (Zachary Haberern) after the set, I had a chance to talk about the future of the band. He admitted they had not been feeling up to par with all members being sick. Yet despite being ill, they put on a hell of a show. Together since 2015, this trio is currently in the studio and planning a full length album to be released in the near future. They’re currently playing local clubs in Connecticut & Massachusetts roughly four to five times a month and staying very busy recording. They’ll soon be signed to a label if they continue to write music and performing flawless sets like this one.

After the tone was set for the evening, Cabin Fever took to the stage with funky sounds that take you back to the early 70’s. In awe of the first band kicking my ass, I thought there was no way the next band could amaze me as much as the first. I was eating my words within a song or two. Both bands came out swinging to perform for the crowd of about 100 and played till the bar’s closing time. Cabin Fever is a frequent at New England Festivals and does many shows each month. If anyone gets the chance, check out these bands on their Facebook pages and find a show near you.